Posted March 4, 2022
Message from Mrs. Dillon
Please remember that school starts at 9:05am. The back gate will be closing promptly at 9:05am, and students may need to go to the front of the school to enter the building once the gate is closed.
Chromebooks and Summer Break
This summer, DPS will require all district-run schools to send Chromebooks home with students in second grade and above. Sending devices home with students reflects the new policy designed to increase equity in access. This policy — where computers follow students and not the school they attend — expands access in the event of school closures, extends learning opportunities outside the classroom, and supports Expanded Academic Learning programming this summer. Please review the Tech Agreements below and get ready to keep your devices safe and ready to go for next school year!
Hamilton School Murals
Our mural project is on its way and we have a winning mural! Thank you all for voting. The first mural we will be working on is… Husky Pride. Contact the school liaison, Dimarly Suarez if you are interested in volunteering.
Virtual Town Hall Meeting
Join Mrs. Dillon on March 23rd from 5-6 pm for our monthly Virtual Town Hall meeting.
Come share your thoughts, ask questions, and give your input
Interpreters and Translations services are available on request.
Meeting ID: 868 2812 3945
Passcode: 680845
VOYAGER CAMP: Great Opportunity for Hamilton Students!
We have established a partnership with the Los Angeles Marine Institute ( a 5013C) to provide Hamilton students an opportunity to participate in a 12 DAY VOYAGER CAMP from Aug 8 – Aug. 19 2022 in beautiful Southern California- – Space is limited. Scholarship recipients will spend the summer on the beautiful Southern California coast in a way that most people never experience! While at sea and on the island, they will explore topics in marine biology, maritime history, island ecology and have some fun with traditional maritime arts! Check out this presentation created by a former Tall Ship Camper.
Due to the short notice, families MUST be able to pay for the cost of travel to and from California. If you might be interested, please contact Dimarlys Suarez (dimarlys_suarez@dpsk12.net), school liaison, or Rachel Langberg (rachel_langberg), Assistant Principal for more information.
Hamilton Assessments
The CMAS, state summative assessment for language arts, math, science, and social studies will be administered this Spring. For more information on testing and schedule click here. CMAS Testing Window is March 22nd- April 29th
SchoolPool
Thanks to all who have already signed up for SchoolPool. We have announced our gift card winner by email this week! You still have time to sign up and take advantage of carpooling or walking together. SIGN UP TODAY!
Pokemon Go After School Club
You MUST turn in a permission slip from your parents before you can participate. See Mr. Mollman in room 115 for a permission slip. March meetings: March 14th and 21st
Skate City Hamilton Night
Join us at our very own Hamilton Middle Skate City Night!
Come skate with your friends, families, and Hamilton staff. One FREE pair of skates will be given out to a lucky winner!
PTSA is sponsoring this event and would like your help to decorate Skate City and show school spirit. If you are interested in helping, please sign up here.
Hamilton Swag
The swag shop is now open! Hamilton PTSA announces the reopening of our spirit wear and online store for spring. Here are the details:
School Store Closes on March 25th. ***Show our staff some love! Add the Donate – T-shirts for Teachers for $11 and help us purchase one t-shirt for every school staff member. *** You can also find the Hamilton Spirit Wear store in the Bookmarked Resources in Digital Deets. Head to Spirit Gear folder. #huskystrong
Calling all Gifted & Talented and Talent Pool families!
Our GT & TP students will be showcasing their goal presentations in the cafeteria on Wednesday, March 9th from 4:30-5:00. Come enjoy some light refreshments and hear how to help your scholar finish the year strong!
Questions? Contact GT Itinerant, Chelsea Chappell-Cox at chelsea_chappell-cox@dpsk12.net
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Enrichment for Our GT Students
Did you know that DPS runs a Curiosity series where experts in archeology, architecture, computer science, biochemistry, cooking, criminal justice, engineering, fashion design, medicine, AND MORE share their expertise with students?! OH MY!
They just opened to middle school students so have kids read about each topic and sign up here!
Mrs. Anderson-Duncan and the Stem students at it again with their 3-D puzzles. What a fun way to learn. These puzzle boxes were really hard to figure out.
Mrs. Sheikhan and the art students have been very busy this year showing off their talent. Check out some amazing artwork being displayed in our school below.
HMS Talent Show
Hamilton is having a Talent Show on May 13th! Stay tuned for more information on Auditions.
HMS Spring Musical is Here!
Aladdin will debut on April 28th and 29th. Save the date!
Want to help with the musical? Contact Ms. Nyhus or Ms. Suarez for more information.
The Art Room Needs You
Do you love to work with your hands? We are looking for community members to help make the Art Room look beautiful! Want to Help? Contact Mrs. Sheikhan or Ms. Suarez for more information.
Floor Hockey Practices are on Mondays and Wednesdays 4:15-5:30 pm
Broncos Futures Football 2022
QR Code To Register for Futures
Spring Sports Registration Now Open!
Registration is now open for Girls Soccer, Baseball, 6th-grade Girls & Boys Basketball, & Futures football. Click the link to read more. If you have any other questions, contact the coach directly or visit Hamilton’s Athletics page for more information. Coach Elmore Victoria_Elmore@dpsk12.net
Click the link to be sent to the Nurse’s Office page for health forms.
Staying Safe and Healthy
We have automatic no-touch drinking fountains for students to fill their water bottles. Students are not allowed to drink water directly from the water fountain. Please make sure students bring a water bottle to school every day.
Students must bring a mask to school and wear it properly, covering their mouth and nose. If a student is not wearing their mask properly, we will call parents/guardians to support us and pick them up from school if the behavior continues. Please help us at home by talking to your student about proper mask usage and by providing them with a mask that fits comfortably.
Mental Health Services and Safe2Tell/Bullying Information
COVID-19 Vaccinations and New Protocols
Mark your calendars for our upcoming Hamilton Skate City nights: March 16th and May 18th, 6-8 pm. More details to come in the following weeks.
Our next General PTSA meeting will be on Wednesday, March 9th at 5:30pm on Zoom. Watch Digital Deets for information on how to log in.
The next dines out event will be Tuesday, March 15th at Birdcall. Watch Deets for more information.
Thank you for your continued support of the PTSA and we look forward to more opportunities to serve in 2022!
Students use the Chromebooks assigned to them every day in class and we need your partnership. It is the student’s responsibility to charge their Chromebook each night and to take good care of the device. When a student loses their Chromebook, a 280 dollars replacement fee will be added to their account. The fee will need to be paid by the family before a new device is checked out to the student. Please contact wesley_akers@dpsk12.net if you have questions about devices.
Wondering about how to navigate Schoology? Check out these resources for families!
DPS Schoology Resources for Parents:
DPS Schoology for Parents (2 min video)
Schoology Parent FAQ (doc)
If accessing Schoology via SmartPhone:
DPS Schoology- Parent Mobile App Login Instructions (doc)
Tips for Parents Using the Schoology mobile app (1.5 min video)
Cultural Moments: Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month, which celebrates the contributions women have made to the United States and recognizes the specific achievements women have made over the course of American history in a variety of fields according to the official website.
Don’t miss out on our FREE Virtual Education Workshop for Parents of Youth with a Brain Injury.
This workshop will address types of brain injury, educational terms, understanding 504/EIP’s and supports available, areas of impact observed in the school setting, and classroom and school intervention strategies.
Registration is required.
Education Workshop for Parents of Youth With a BI
Thursday, March 10th
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Virtual
We are committed to upholding an inclusive culture where students and team members can show up as their authentic and best selves. Click on the link to visit HMS Diversity Calendar for more information on what’s happening in the month of March!
The Hamilton Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) welcomes ALL Hamilton families, staff, and students to become members! CLICK HERE to complete a membership form and pay annual dues.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com and tap on “AmazonSmile” within the Programs & Features menu or Settings and follow the on-screen instructions. AmazonSmile will donate to Hamilton Middle School PTA, at no cost to you!
The new and improved Box Tops mobile app uses state-of-the-art technology to scan your store receipt, find participating products and instantly add Box Tops to your school’s earnings online. Learn more at boxtops4education.com.
Connect your Loyalty Card to Southmoor Elementary!
Thank you Hamilton families for your support. Your help with donating any of these classroom supplies at any time during the school year is appreciated. If you would like to donate school supplies, click here for more information. If you have any questions, contact the school liaison at 720-423-9456.
| Registrar | Esther Blackmon | esther_blackmon@dpsk12.org/720-423-9505 |
| Attendance | TJ Ramey | thomas_ramey@dpsk12.org/ 720-423-9504 |
| Technology | Wes Akers | Wesley_Akers@dpsk12.net/720-423-9542 |
| School Liaison | Dimarlys Suarez | dimarlys_suarez@dpsk12.net/ 720-423-9456 |
| Transportation | transportation@dpsk12.org/ 720-423-4699 | |
| GT/504/SpEd | Rachel Langberg | rachel_langberg@dpsk12.org |
